For GATE and ESE aspirants, the chapters on Network Analysis and Project Costing are invaluable. The numerical problems provided at the end of each chapter offer excellent practice, closely mirroring the types of questions asked in these high-stakes exams.

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Construction planning and management involves the systematic coordination of resources, time, and finances to achieve specific project goals. The text by P.S. Gahlot provides a structured approach to balancing the "triple constraints" of project management: time, cost, and quality. Why Planning Matters

: Monitoring expenditures and using empirical budgeting approaches to prevent cost overruns.

The book focuses on the systematic approach required to execute construction projects efficiently, safely, and within budget. It addresses the growing complexity of modern infrastructure and the need for rigorous management techniques.